May Birthstone

May Birthstone : Emerald

Birthstone Color: Deep Green

Spring is a time of growth and rebirth. And the deep green of the emerald birthstone brilliant in May, is also refreshing for the eyes as a spring garden after the rain. Inside there are small depth of cracks or inclusions often, the French call "jardin" or garden, because of their resemblance to foliage. The Egyptians are known to engrave Emeralds with the symbol representing the foliage of eternal youth and buried the jewels with their dead. The Romans found the stone with fertility and rebirth, and dedicated to Venus, goddess of love and beauty.

Ancient Egyptians extracted emeralds in the eastern desert region 2,000 years before the birth of Cleopatra, despite the extreme heat, scorpions and snakes to look beautiful crystal. During the reign of Cleopatra, said the emerald mines of them, as was his favorite piece of jewelry. Often wearing lavish jewelry Emerald, and is said to visiting dignitaries with large emeralds with their likeness, if the authorization Egypt carved.

In the sixteenth century, Spanish conquistadors were surprised to see that the emeralds indigenous largest and most beautiful they had ever seen any. Even though people have tried to hide their emerald mines, the Spaniards soon discovered and conquered most of them. But it took 20 years before finding the Muzo mine rich prisoners by the Indians, and spend another thirty years after this aggressive tribe. Muzo I was in what is now Colombia, and remains the most valuable source of samples Emerald. Other sources of emeralds are Brazil, Zimbabwe, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Madagascar, Nigeria and Russia.

Emerald is a member of the beryl family of minerals. The green crystals grow slowly within metamorphic rocks and are limited in the size of the rocks, so that large Emeralds rare and costly. Although this stone is relatively hard and durable, must be protected from the effects, because the inclusions found in doing case-sensitive.

Some people believe that wearing the Emerald brings wisdom, growth and patience. And like any couple would be allowed a long period, all these essential qualities of a happy and lasting love. This may explain why a gift of Emerald for a birthday - or at any time - as a symbol of love and fidelity.

April Birthstone

April Birthstone : Diamond

Birthstone Color: White, Clear

April birthstone is remarkably simple in composition, but very beautiful in its unique ability to reflect and refract light into flashes of bright colors. The ancient Hindus called the Diamond "Vajra", c. to d. discarded, and for the light in this pearl, and his invincible spark. Diamond is harder than any other substance on earth.

The diamonds are venerated throughout history. It is used to decorate objects such as crowns, swords and emblems and jewelry, were also part of a national holiday. Queen Victoria declared the celebration of its 50th anniversary of the reign of "Diamond Jubilee". Diamonds have also suggested that some medicinal properties have been accredited. In the Middle Ages, these stones are thought to cure the disease, but only if the patient has the diamond into bed to warm up first!

On the basis of the world where there is a high heat and deep pressure, diamonds are simply crystallized carbon. The volcanic activity centuries ago brought these gems to the surface where it is found in volcanic rock formations or washed into rivers. India is considered the primary source of the river bed of diamond mining, but today, these gems are mostly from Australia, the Soviet Union and Africa.

No significant effect of the uncut condition, just like a pebble on the beach, was the real beauty of the diamond in the 16th century, have been put forward as a gemstone cutting and polishing techniques revealed. Until then it was taboo to change the state of origin of a diamond. Today, the value and attractiveness of the stone depends largely on the skill is cut and faceted.

A gift of a diamond is a symbol of eternal love. There is no more convincing a promise for a lasting relationship that the shiny stone, has survived in the hearts of people through the ages.

March Birthstone

March Birthstone : Aquamarine

Birthstone Color: Pale Blue

If you can imagine the blue of the Mediterranean, it is understandable why the birthstone of March is called Aquamarine. Derived from "aqua" meaning water and the Latin word "mare" meaning sea, this gem is very similar to the blue color of the sea The Romans believed that the sacred to Neptune, god of the aquamarine sea, once it had fallen from jewelry sirens and washed ashore. Early sailors wore aquamarine talismans, engraved with the figure of Neptune, as protection against threats to the lake.

The association with water led to the belief that the Aquamarine is particularly strong when immersed. The water had been lost in this little gem that has been used in antiquity to cure many diseases of the heart, liver, stomach, mouth and throat. Aquamarine has also been used to reverse poisoning and to aid divination.

Aquamarine is a member of the beryl family. Beryl is a mineral that crystallizes in coarse igneous rocks of the crust. It varies in color from light colored gemstones such as emerald. Beryl has gone up to 2000 years ago used to correct vision, and remains today in the production of glasses. This is a hard mineral that aquamarine gem of sustainable use in jewelry.

Aquamarine varies in color from blue-green, sky blue, but green gems are often heat-treated to remove this less desirable color. Most of the Aqua Marina, unlike other gems, are impeccable. It 's a relatively rich treasure, the largest deposits in Brazil, but also other sources of sea water are located in China, India, Australia, Africa and the United States.

A gift of aquamarine symbolizes both safety, especially in long-term relationships. Some even say that the aquamarine evokes in a tired marriage, love, when you want to go back into the eyes of your partner may raise, consider this gem as a birthday gift!

March Birthstone : Blood stone

Other Stones
An alternate birthstone for March is the blood, a quartz opaque dark green dotted with red spots. The name comes from faith in bloodstone, red blood of Christ shed on the legendary green jasper at the crucifixion. Therefore, as the stone was a "rock martyr." Bloodstone is produced in India, Brazil, Uruguay, Australia and the United States. Ideal for cutting cameos and pearls to symbolize the heart of stone.

February Birthstone

February Birthstone : Amethyst

Birthstone Color: Purple

When you look into the depths of a dress sparkling purple amethyst with a strong sense of serenity, this should be expected. The ancient Greeks believed that this stone has held many powers, including protection against intoxication. In fact, the word amethyst from the Greek word "amethystos" if sober. In ancient Greece, the gemstone with the god of wine has been found, and he was aware of this drink in Amethyst goblets in the belief that serving to avoid this excess. Even today, amethyst is a stabilizing force for those struggling to overcome addiction.


February birthstone purple has possession of the kingdom has been noticed over the centuries. The deep purple color of amethyst uses monarchs at first, perhaps because they often wore that color. Viola was scarce and expensive at a time, and was reserved for heads of kings and queens. Amethyst has ruins dating from the ninth century were found decorating, crowns, scepters, jewelry and armor worn in battle. A large amethyst stone is one of the closely watched in the British crown jewels.


Amethyst is also symbolic of spirituality and piety. It is used to ornament churches and crosses used in religious ceremonies and rings and rosaries worn by bishops and priests.


Once considered more valuable than diamonds, Amethyst is a member of the family of quartz crystals occur naturally in rocks. and the United States, deposits of this gemstone are Brazil, Canada, Australia, India, Madagascar, Namibia, Russia, Sri Lanka.


The gift of Amethyst is a symbol of protection and strength to overcome the difficulties. It is said to strengthen ties in a relationship, is an ideal anniversary or engagement gem. That amethyst has such power, its stunning beauty is sure of the wearer like a king!

January Birthstone

January Birthstone : Garnet

Birthstone Color: Deep Red

A view of a deep red seeds embedded in a shell explains why the "garnet" comes from the Latin "granatus," meaning "grain" or "semi". This name was given to the garnet because of its similarity juicy pomegranate seeds. But do not bite into a garnet, as the Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7.5, it will definitely damage the teeth!


There are many myths and legends surrounding the garnet. A legend is that the biblical Ark of Noah hung this gem on his way through the dark and stormy night the light of the wrath of God in a greek myth garnet is the story of a young sun goddess, Persephone, was abducted by Hades , god of the underworld. Hades eventually released Persephone, but not before the seeds of a pomegranate, the guarantees offered to return him.


first single in Sri Lanka, more than 2,500 years, garnet and Africa, Australia, India, Russia, South America and the United States, Arizona and Idaho. Although best known as a red gem, garnet comes in a variety of colors, including pale yellow, bright oranges, rose pink, lime green and violet bouquet, a virtual color. This difference is due to the unique combination of elements within each particular gem, such as iron, calcium and manganese.


Findings of garnet jewelry archaeologist primitive style of the tombs of Lake events for the early use of this jewel of the Bronze Age. But not all garnet is of gem quality.There is also a very effective abrasive and used commercially for grinding and polishing. Garnet is covered with sandpaper, as an industrial use.


The shell continues to be the jewel of protection Neyer Day. A gift of garnet is assumed to be a symbol of love and longing for a loved one a safe journey and speedy return. E 'January birthstone, but far from just a jewel of winter wheat, with its brilliance and diversity of colors, is truly one for each season.

History of Birthstones

The history of stones dates back thousands of years. There are various interpretations as birthstones come to respect the individual cultures and different months of birth,different beliefs about it.


Gemstones in the Bible
By the Book of Exodus in the Bible, a Jewish high priest Aaron called by God to create a reservoir with twelve precious stones. These twelve stones were taken as modern stones. The stones were set four rows of three and are mounted ingold filigree settings. There were twelve stones, one for each of the names of the sonof Israel, each engraved like a seal bearing the name of the twelve tribes. The stones were:

• Sardius, topaz and carbuncle
• Emerald, sapphire and diamond
• Ligure, agate and amethyst
• Beryl, onyx and jasper

Gemstones and the Apostles
During the eighth and ninth centuries, Christians assigned stones to represent the twelve apostles:

• Simon Peter - jasper
• Andrew - ruby
• James and John - emerald
• Philip - carnelian
• Bartholomew - peridot
• Thomas - aquamarine
• Matthew - topaz
• James - sardonyx
• Thaddeus - chrysoprase
• Simon - zircon
• Matthias - amethyst
• Paul - sapphire

Revelations

In the Bible's book of Revelations, the foundation stones of the new Jerusalem are listed in order of the Roman calendar they included:

1. Jasper
2. Sapphire
3. Chalcedony
4. Emerald
5. Sardonyx
6. Sardius
7. Chrysolyte
8. Beryl
9. Topaz
10. Chrysoprasus
11. Jacinth
12. Amethyst

Astrological Birthstones
It is believed that the list was birthstone birth Tibetan origin. Tibet mystical powersattributed to each stone. For example, believed that if an amethyst, that no matter what you drink, it protects against drunkenness wore. Thousands of years in India, which was established list Ayurvedcic Indian medicine. Stones were given mystical powersand healing. Some were crushed and actually taken, while others are born.

Modern Birthstones
In 1912, formalizes the Jewellers Association of America as a modern birthstone list, which recognizes not only the U.S. but around the world. The following list is currently being used today to identify the particular pieces of each month:

• January - garnet
• February - amethyst
• March - aquamarine
• April - diamond
• May - emerald
• June - pearl
• July - ruby
• August - peridot
• September - sapphire
• October - opal
• November - yellow topaz
• December - blue topaz

Other Special Gemstones
Some believe that you, the stone that matches the specific day of the week you were born to wear:

• Sunday - topaz
• Monday - pearl
• Tuesday - ruby
• Wednesday - amethyst
• Thursday - sapphire
• Friday - carnelian
• Saturday - turquoise

There is also convinced that wearing certain stones on certain days of the week yougood luck:

• Yellow stones on Sunday
• Pearls on Monday
• Rubies on Tuesday
• Sapphires on Wednesday
• Garnets on Thursday
• Emeralds on Friday
• Diamonds on Saturday

Wearing Birthstones
The history of stones, and how they are worn out, goes back centuries. The idea of aperson with his luck was in the fifteenth or sixteenth century, very popular in Poland.The traditional belief was that every created specifically for each month since theywere associated with the powers of the stone increases during the month. For theoverall effect, it was thought that individuals have a series of twelve precious stones,and turn monthly.Gemstones be worn today for the beauty needs and are often chosenfor aesthetic reasons. It 'still common, the birth of their stone or heavy to take someonewith you. Birthstone jewelry makes a great personalized gift for someone special.There are infinite possibilities of jewelry, be it a necklace, bracelet, earrings, rings andstones is also worried. Gems to be discovered again and again and the dictates of fashion, often with precious stones, hot for each season. No matter what you like or decide to carry stones, lucky stones are always in fashion.